DYLAN JOHNSON
Palestine
Summary
Skilled Electronics Technician with extensive experience supporting aerospace and defense projects. Experienced in reading schematics, troubleshooting to the component level, and performing high-precision soldering in demanding environments. Proven track record contributing to NASA and USAF missions. Comfortable working across Engineering, Production, and Quality Assurance teams under mission-critical timelines.
Overview
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Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Technician
Peraton, Columbia Scientific Balloon Facility (CSBF)
Palestine, TX
09.2024 - Current
- Build and test scientific flight hardware for high-altitude balloon systems supporting scientific payloads.
- Perform soldering and cable fabrication to Class 3 IPC standards.
- Partner with engineers to implement design changes and execute prototype builds.
- Perform component-level troubleshooting of analog and digital electronics using standard diagnostic equipment.
- Document assembly and test data in accordance with quality assurance guidelines.
- Use environmental chambers to validate mission-critical hardware for harsh, near-space environments.
- Support system integration and pre-flight functional checks for payloads.
Electronic Warfare Avionics Technician
United States Air Force
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2020 - 08.2024
- Maintained radar and surveillance electronics on military aircraft, ensuring functionality of wiring harnesses, RF paths, and secure communications equipment.
- Supported system-level diagnostics for radar, avionics, and secure communications.
- Bridged avionics hardware and IT systems through diagnostics and technical support.
- Supported system-level diagnostics for radar and avionics systems, enhancing operational readiness of secure communications.
- Bridged avionics hardware and IT systems, providing diagnostics and technical support to resolve issues efficiently.
Stock Picker
Walmart Distribution Center
Palestine, TX
03.2019 - 08.2020
- Operated forklifts to ensure timely movement of goods in high-volume distribution center.
- Coordinated daily shipping and logistics planning with supervisors to streamline operations.
- Adhered to safety protocols while operating warehouse equipment.
Intern
Northrop Grumman, Columbia Scientific Balloon Facility (CSBF)
Palestine, TX
06.2017 - 03.2019
- Gained experience in electronics, rigging, and IT departments to understand various functions.
- Supported soldering, cable fabrication, parachute rigging, and basic electronics testing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain and Operations Management
Western Governors University
01-2027
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - General Studies
Trinity Valley Community College
Palestine, TX01-2019
High School Diploma - undefined
Palestine High School
Palestine, TX01-2018
Skills
- PCB & Harness Assembly (IPC J-STD-001 / WHMA-A-620)
- Aerospace Hardware Quality Control
- Analog & Digital Circuit Diagnosis
- RF Systems & Network Hardware
- Schematic Interpretation & Wiring Layouts
- Oscilloscopes, Multimeters, Signal Generators & Environmental Chambers
- Linux & Windows System Configuration
- Mechanical aptitude
- Quality control
- Project scheduling
Certification
IPC J-STD-001 Certified Specialist, IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certified Specialist
MILITARY & TECHNICAL TRAINING
- Electronic Support Measures (ESM) Maintenance — J4AMP2A9X3BD22A
- Instruction in Electronic Warfare principles for the AN/AYR-2 system used on the E-3 Sentry (AWACS), including signal intelligence gathering, radar warning receivers, RF signal processing, threat detection, MIL-STD-1553 data buses, specialized test equipment, and system software diagnostics.
- Avionics Fundamentals — J3AQR2A933B022A
- Foundational training in DC/AC electronics theory, semiconductors, power supplies, amplifiers, waveform analysis, shop safety, soldering, wire termination, and electronic troubleshooting.
- Bomber/Special Avionics Integrated Electronic Warfare Systems — J3ABR2A933B022B
- Advanced training in EW suite integration and maintenance, power distribution, radar systems, system control panels, built-in test (BIT) functions, electronic countermeasures, system trainers, grounded aircraft, and Air Force Technical Orders.
- AF Counter-Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED) Awareness — ERT1000
- Training in IED identification, characteristics, triggering methods, tactical awareness, the 5 Cs, and 9-Line IED reporting protocols.
Timeline
Engineering Technician
Peraton, Columbia Scientific Balloon Facility (CSBF)
09.2024 - Current
Electronic Warfare Avionics Technician
United States Air Force
08.2020 - 08.2024
Stock Picker
Walmart Distribution Center
03.2019 - 08.2020
Intern
Northrop Grumman, Columbia Scientific Balloon Facility (CSBF)
06.2017 - 03.2019
High School Diploma - undefined
Palestine High School
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - General Studies
Trinity Valley Community College
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain and Operations Management
Western Governors University